Pyramus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pyramus Name at a Glance

Name	Pyramus
Meaning	A Midsummer Night's Dream' Bottom, a weaver, acts as Pyramus in the play within the play.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Pyramus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pyramus means “A Midsummer Night's Dream' Bottom, a weaver, acts as Pyramus in the play within the play”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Pyramus Name Origin

Our database records Pyramus under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Pyramus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Pyramus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Pyramus

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